OSHA consultation cooperative services agreement to fund wisconsin consultation services for FFY2026

The University of Wisconsin System, through its University of Wisconsin-Madison Division, received a $1.84 million Block Grant from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) under the Consultation Agreements program (CFDA 17.504) for Federal Fiscal Year 2026. This award, effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026, funds Wisconsin's on-site occupational safety and health consultation services targeted at small and medium-sized employers with hazardous operations. The university will deliver no-cost, confidential workplace safety and health consultation services that identify workplace hazards, provide guidance on OSHA standards compliance, and assist employers in establishing and improving their occupational safety and health programs.

As the designated state recipient for Wisconsin's consultation program, the university will deploy consultants to work directly with employers to conduct workplace assessments and provide technical assistance. These consultation services operate independently from OSHA enforcement activities and do not result in citations or penalties. The university is required to contribute matching funds of at least 10 percent of the federal award to support program delivery and must maintain records for three years following grant closeout or final audit.